UN says Hormuz evacuation halted after ship struck in Iranian attack

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The UN reported that an evacuation in the Strait of Hormuz was halted after a ship was struck in an Iranian attack, which a US official attributed to an IRGC drone strike. The incident comes as Iran threatens vessels bypassing its controlled routes and reportedly plans to impose fees generating $40 billion annually.

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US official says Revolutionary Guards launched drone at vessel, as Iran threatens ships that don't take routes it controls and reportedly plans fees that would bring in $40B a year.

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